Prepare to excel on the CPAN® and CAPA® exams with the PeriAnesthesia Nursing Core Curriculum, 5th Edition, an essential guide from the American Society of PeriAnesthesia Nurses (ASPAN)! This comprehensive reference is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary for providing exceptional care to patients before and after anesthesia in a variety of settings, including both in-hospital and ambulatory care.
This updated edition includes:
- Authoritative Coverage: Explore ASPAN’s full scope of perianesthesia nursing, ensuring you demonstrate competency as a perianesthesia nurse and are well-prepared for your CPAN® and CAPA® certification.
- Easy-to-Use Outline Format: Quickly review the fundamentals and standards of practice for effective patient assessment and care.
- Well-Organized Sections: The book is structured into six sections based on required competencies for PACU nurses, covering key areas such as professional issues, preoperative assessment, patient care across the lifespan, perianesthesia, body systems, and education and discharge.
- Focused Learning Objectives: Each chapter begins with clear objectives to help you concentrate on and master essential content.
- Visual Aids: Boxes, tables, and illustrations highlight critical information, making this book a valuable reference for daily practice.
Authors:
ASPAN (Author)
Edition:
5th
Publication Date:
March 10, 2026
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